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Robert Half Accounting Assistant in Kendall, Florida
Description We are offering a short term contract employment opportunity for an Accounting Assistant in the Higher Education industry, based in Kendall, Florida. The successful candidate will be integral to the cash management department, responsible for a variety of tasks including account reconciliation, auditing, and accounts payable tasks.
Responsibilities:
• Handle accounting tasks within the cash management department
• Carry out reconciliation of accounts and ensure accuracy of financial data
• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards
• Manage accounts payable tasks, ensuring payments are made in a timely and accurate manner
• Utilize technical skills, specifically in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook for various accounting tasks
• Familiarize and work with accounting software/ERP for financial operations
• Communicate effectively with team members and other departments, both verbally and in writing
• Multitask and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Continually learn and adapt to new accounting practices and procedures. Requirements • Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a similar role within the Higher Education industry is desirable.
• Proficiency in Account Reconciliation is a must.
• Strong knowledge of general accounting procedures.
• Proficiency in data entry and management.
• Experience with accounting software and MS Excel.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be authorized to work in the country.
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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance. Employees hired for our FTEP Program are also eligible to enroll in our company’s 401(k) or deferred compensation plan (if eligible). FTEP employees also earn paid time off for vacation, personal needs, and sick time and paid holidays. The amount of Choice Time Off (CTO) received varies based on years of service and is pro-rated based on the hours worked per week. A new FTEP employee earns up to 13 days of CTO and up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year. Learn more at roberthalfbenefits.com/Resources.
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